Case Reports

Vol. 20 No. 5 (2024): The Journal of International Advanced Otology

Middle Ear Welding Injury: Case Report and Literature Review

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Gabriele Bruno
Elena Carlotto
Fabio Bramardi
Elisa Franco
Walter Lerda
Nertila Naqe
Silvia Ponzo
Alessia Lanzillotta

Abstract

Abstract

Damage to the middle ear (ME) caused by penetrating welding sparks can lead to a variety of adverse outcomes. An exhaustive review of the literature is lacking, particularly with regard to clinical presentation, diagnostic-therapeutic work-up, and outcomes. Here we describe the clinical details of an injury caused by the largest welding foreign body ever reported in the ME. In addition, we present a comprehensive review of the relevant literature.



Cite this article as: Bruno G, Carlotto C, Bramardi F, et al. Middle ear welding injury: case report and literature review. J Int Adv Otol. 2024;20(5): 462-465.


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